If you’ve been following our blog, you know our story began in 2005 when our two favorite Mazatlan, Mexico, natives (Ruben and Marisela) began sharing their love of authentic Mexican cuisine with the world. What started as a backyard popup has been booming, sprouting multiple locations and earning “Top Taco in Town” status several times over, according to the readers of the East Valley Tribune.
But, we didn’t do it alone – our favorite Arizonans have made ordering Backyard Taco burritos, quesadillas, gorditas, and (of course) tacos more than just dinner: it’s a Valley Area tradición! Join us as we shout out our BYT amigos, familia, and especially our biggest aficionados with this list of Valley peeps who really love Backyard Taco.
Psst! Don’t forget to tag us in your foodie pictures – we dig sharing your stories and spreading the taco love.
Construction Workers
We’re super thankful for our amigos who build our homes, businesses, and other important parts of our cities. They put in long hours, and they have the appetite to show for it! Many have made Backyard Taco their go-to destination to fill up on tasty tacos and belly-busting burritos, and we have pics for proof.
- This busy Backyardigan ordered four tacos for a Mexcellent spread that would last him all day long.
- These Men at Work sat down to a Mazatlan feast, complete with an ice-cold Mexican Coke.
Working Professionals
The secret is out: the best place for lunch hour in the Valley area is at any of the six Backyard Taco locations. The proof? The steady stream of working professionals who choose fiesta over siesta when they’re ready to take a break from the office.
- These four office buddies have fun at work but take lunch seriously.
- This BYT fan knows how to do a business lunch right – he ordered one of our famous burritos, an ice-cold Mexican Coke, and a side of chips.
- This local company brought out the whole crew. We caught them giving a hearty cheer with their Mexican Cokes before they tore into the best business lunch this side of the Rio Grande! Team-building is best done in the company of tacos!
- These two gents know how to knock a power lunch out of the park. If you have a new employee or client you want to impress, they have two words of advice for you: tacos n’burritos!
House Remodelers
From DIYers to the pros, home renovations create some serious hunger.
Here’s how to deal:
- No need to remodel our perfectly plated Mexican fare – just top your tacos off with a little lima, like this local home remodeler demonstrates so well.
- The Lennar Homes crew took advantage of a beautiful day to grab lunch on one of our patios.
Moms
Some of our favorite BYT fans are the moms – because who’s more in touch with their inner Backyardigan than a mom? Whether they’re dining with the niños or getting some much-deserved QT in with other adults, we love celebrating our taco mamas.
- This familia knows that taco time is family time at Backyard Taco. Check out those satisfied, smiling faces!
- This mom and son came to enjoy our tacos and bebidas and left fulfilled in more ways than one.
- Here at Backyard Taco, Mexcellence starts early: this adorable bebé is all smiles as he chows down on our legendary quesadillas.
Parents and Grandparents
There may be few things your family agrees on, but tacos are probably one of them. Our favorite fams come in all shapes and sizes.
- After a long day of keeping the kids happy, these parents continued the trend by treating everyone to the best Mexican food in town.
- Show your grandparents how much you really love them by taking them to the nearest Backyard Taco location. These local grandparents are pumped about their Mexcellent lunch!
Brothers and Sisters
Nothing says brotherly love more than hermanos y tacos! Bring your sibling to one of our locations to experience our culinary #Mexcellence firsthand.
- Here’s to you, bros!
Birria Lovers Who Know How to Dip
Dip it high or dip it low; we downright adore our role as your local Birrieria! Bonus – we’ve made amigos with many a birria aficionado along the way. Here are our faves:
- This birria taco fan’s dipping skills are on point – and so is our outrageously savory consomé.
- If you haven’t tried these cravingly crispy tacos and a side of spicy, smoky sauce, it’s time to experience this delightful dish for yourself. This pic accurately depicts the juicy experience you can expect (and like Lizzo says, “blame it on the juice!).
- You heard it here first: birria tacos are for punks (in the best possible way). Punk rock fans say our tacos can help you totally rock your lunch break.
Ice Cream Lovers
All of our locations, outside of the original in Mesa on University, offer a banging selection of delicious ice cream cones and shakes that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Whether you’re in the mood for a classic flavor or something more adventurous, we have something for everyone. These two have the right idea!
Taco Lovers Who Understand that Socializing Is Good for Mental Health
Socializing, even if it’s just over lunch, can help you connect with others and even chase the blues away.
- Get your social on like these BYT amigos!
Families Who Love Family Photos with Tacos
Did you forget to take family portraits this year? (Psst- so did we.) No need to worry – Backyard Taco has you covered.
- This family photo shows the familia in their natural habitat, surrounded by Mexcellent BYT cuisine. Bonus: you won’t have to buy the rights to repost on social media!
People Who Love Mexican Coke (and Good Friends)
If you think Coca-Cola and Mexican Coke are the same thing in a different bottle, you couldn’t be more wrong! This beloved beverage, made with real cane sugar, offers a uniquely refreshing taste that sets it apart from its US counterpart.
- These guys know that Mexican Coke is an iconic treat that brings amigos together!
People (and Dogs) Who Love Patio Weather
There’s no better way to spend patio season than in the company of our burritos and tacos. Plus, you can pair the sun and fun with special deals and discounts to achieve true Mexcellence.
- These Arizonans discovered the ultimate convergence of awesomeness – the day Patio Weather fell on a (drumroll, please) Taco Tuesday!
- Let’s face it: life isn’t too ruff as long as you’ve got tacos and your best four-legged friend. Your pups are welcome to chill with you as you chow down.
Bros and Beards
Fans of the three B’s (bros, beards, and burritos) frequently show up at our Valley area locations, and we love keeping them well-fed.
- Do you taco, bro? These bros sure know how to throw down for lunch.
- Local foodies know BYT is the place to be for your next bro hangout.
Local Legends
You never know who you’ll see at our restaurants, but we’ve been known to serve local legends from time to time…
Big Boys Drinking Tall Boys – and Girls Who Just Love Them Some Burritos
Everyone has their preferences, but some of us just know what we like and stick with it. These amigos go hard in the paint for their BYT faves.
- Cheers to big boys drinking tall boys. Our tall boys are the perfect chaser for a heaping plate of tacos or a carne asada quesadilla.
- We don’t skimp on the quality ingredients, and girls who love burritos don’t play when it comes to eating them! We caught this local mid-bite.
Kids in Costumes
We love seeing little ones learn the true meaning of #Mexcellence – and what better way to learn than while in costume?
- Warning: A tiny monster has been spotted at one of our locations. Phew! It’s just a kiddo.
Lovers
Show your amor< how much you love them by buying them a big ol’ plate of tacos.
- It worked for these two! Whether it’s your anniversary, Valentine’s Day, or just your ordinary weekday, tacos are our love language.
People Who Just Don’t Want to Make Themselves a Dang Quesadilla
We get it: sometimes you just don’t want to make lunch. We’ve got you covered.
- Come on into any of our area locations and we’ll have a tasty quesadilla waiting for you.
Burrito Critics
The reviews are in: two thumbs up (way up) for our burritos and tacos.
- These two gents have their mouths full, but luckily, their thumbs are doing the talking!
People Who Have Proper Taco Technique
We love giving people something to taco-bout, but this time, our BYT peeps are the ones giving us the pointers!
- Years of training have paid off for this taco lover. Take note of the carefully folded tortilla – with enough practice, we believe you, too, can reach this level.
- This close-up reveals another masterful taco fold. The right touch helps you keep your taco to yourself.
Friends With Mexcellent Taste
You know your amigo has Mexcellent taste when they ask to go to Backyard Taco for lunch. Are you and your bestie overdue for a lunch break at Backyard Tacos? We think so.
- Good friends are hard to find, but friends with good taste in tacos are even harder to find; fortunately, these two have the makings of a lifelong friendship.
- These two amigas loved catching up and cashing in on our taco deals.
Super Troopers
When you’ve devoted your life to keeping your community safe, you deserve to treat yourself right by ordering authentic Mexican food from Backyard Taco. Or, surprise your favorite officers with a lunch to go!
- These three officers were all smiles during their recent visit, and we’re happy to have them in our familia.
- Our women in blue deserve nothing less than the best. Backyard Taco welcomes you back any time.
People Who Live in Queen Creek
We love serving the good folks at Queen Creek Mexcellent tacos and much more. Here’s proof our new location at Queen Creek is already a hit with the locals!
- This smiling Queen Creek resident looks more than satisfied with his order — the carne asada burrito.
- These smiles say it all. We look forward to serving Queen Creekians for many years to come.
Teachers
Cheers to our teachers who do so much for our communities by educating our youth. This Teacher Appreciation Week, slip your favorite maestra or maestro a BYT gift card!
- These three local teachers took some time off work to recharge over cold beverages and hot Mexican cuisine. We hope we earned an A+ from them.
Marketers
We hear nobody loves a great taco more than some hungry SEO experts. The internet marketing team at Eminent SEO stopped by to congratulate the Alvarez family on the new location.
We Want to Hear Your Story
Now that we’ve dished about some of the amigos and familia who love Backyard Taco the most, we want to hear from YOU. Stop by any Backyard Taco location, take a picture of you and your amigos enjoying our food, and tag @backyardtaco on Instagram. We love resharing your #Mexcellent photos in our stories!
Dr. Tyler loves tacos! He is one of the owners of Backyard Taco, and can sometimes be found moonlighting there at night or on the weekends.
Dr. Tyler Robison is an alum of Mesa’s Mountain View High School. He graduted from Brigham Young University before being accepted to the “Top Ten-nationally ranked” University of Louisville in Kentucky, where he earned his Doctorate in Dental Medicine and a Master’s Degree in Oral Biology. He graduated with honors in the top ten percent of his class. Dr. Robison continued at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, where he received a second master’s degree in dental science and his orthodontic certification.
Dr. Tyler enjoys serving in his community. He is a provider for the Smile Back Foundation, which offers scholarships for free dental treatment to underprivileged East Valley students. He is also a Major in the U.S. Army Reserve and served during Operation Enduring Freedom in 2008.
Dr. Tyler Robison’s favorite pastimes include spending time with his family on the lake, at the beach, or on the slopes. He is an avid and crazy snowboarder! He has three incredible sons and one sweet daughter: Caden, Jace, Crew, and Bliss.
